Brentford close on €50m El Mala deal as Igor Thiago eyes Brazil impact
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Brentford Daily News Roundup

Brentford are near a €50m move for 19-year-old 1. FC Köln forward Said El Mala, with €45m guaranteed, €5m in bonuses and a 15% sell-on, pending family and board approval. Striker Igor Thiago reflects on a prolific season, a Brazil call-up with two in three, World Cup hopes and says faith is his “superpower”, praising Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar.
Brentford striker Igor Thiago reflects on a prolific season, Brazil call-up and World Cup hopes, citing faith as his ‘superpower’. He has scored two in three for Brazil and praises Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar.
Brentford are close to signing 1. FC Köln’s 19-year-old Said El Mala for €50m, with €45m guaranteed, €5m bonuses and a 15% sell-on. Family and board approval pending. Would be Köln’s record sale.